The Campground at James Island County Park

  1. Overflow and Primitive Camping Areas Closed

    Please be aware the overflow and primitive camping areas are currently closed due to Dominion Energy's installation of new power lines throughout James Island County Park. In addition, sections of the Blue Trail may close periodically. Read On...
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Enjoy the natural beauty of James Island County Park, with year-round fun for the entire family. Just a short drive from downtown Charleston, the 643-acre park offers an abundance of exceptional recreation offerings and natural beauty. Check availability and make reservations now...

  1. Site Rates & Reservations
  2. Campground Features
  3. Park Amenities

Campground Rates

  • Pull-Thru (full hookup): $75 
  • Back-In (full hookup): $64 
  • Water & Electric Only Sites: $59

All sites have 20, 30, and 50 amp electrical connections. 

Overflow Rates

  • RV Overflow: $35
  • Only available when campground sites are full
  • Dry camping, no hookups
  • Dump station available

Primitive Rates

Primitive Tent Camping

  • Up to 6 people per site
    • $35 Sunday-Thursday
    • $40 Saturday & Sunday
  • 12x12 tent pad (tent must fit on pad)
  • Walk-in sites, no car camping
  • Each site features a picnic table, fire ring, and hammock posts

Primitive Group Camping

  • $150 per night (up to 35 people per site)
  • Add 14% Accommodations Tax to all rates
  • Each site features a stone fire pit and grill, a prep table, and four picnic tables joined in pairs for banquet style seating
  • No discounted rates for primitive group camping


Campground Reservations

Make your reservation online or call 843-795-4386. Reservations cannot be made through email. Advance reservations are strongly recommended and may be made up to one year prior to your arrival date. Full payment is due at the time the reservation is made. We do not offer long-term stays and have a maximum stay of 28 nights.

Add 14% Accommodations Tax to all rates. Add $5 non-refundable transaction/reservation fee per site. Limit of six people per site.  Active-duty/retired military & seniors 60+ may receive 10% off listed fees.

Campground Cancellations

Cancellations made 15 or more days in advance will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations made 14 or less days in advance will incur a one-night cancellation fee.